It is with great regret that the Ministry of Defence must confirm the death of Sapper David Watson from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) on Thursday 31 December 2009.
Sapper David Watson, born on 28 October 1986 and known to his friends as 'The Leg', deployed on Op HERRICK 11 as a Number 3 Operator in a Conventional Munitions Disposal Team as part of the Joint Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group within the UK Counter IED Task Force.
Sapper Watson died of wounds sustained in an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device in the vicinity of Patrol Base Blenheim in the Sangin region of Helmand Province.
Sapper David Watson's family made this statement:
"Dearly beloved Son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend, David. He always managed to achieve above and beyond the goals that he set for himself often going that extra mile to achieve beyond the bounds of what was expected of him.
"He loved life itself and all of its challenges. David's dry sense of humour combined with his ability to articulate any situation into a moment of laughter were two of his many talents, he was loved by all.
"The Army was his career which he loved the most and his achievements whilst serving in the Army show his genuine commitment and determination to serve his country proud.
"Amongst his many accomplishments, David was awarded the fittest soldier upon completion of his basic training, moving onto do his Commando and Paratrooper training as well as becoming top recruit for P Company Infantry training.
"He lived his dream and did what a true soldier is ready to do for his country, a true hero.
"David was a proud and very much loved uncle of Michael. Michael would often ask to be lifted high in the sky, now he will be regularly reminded that David has joined the stars above, giving hope and inspiration to those that hear of his story.
"David was a very much respected friend to all that had the pleasure of meeting him and most of all a very much appreciated and inspirational member of his family. His life taken away from us and words left unspoken.
"You will be dearly missed in our hearts and thoughts, always loved and missed by all family."
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Rest in Peace, Young Warrior. May God grant comfort and peace to your family, and to your fellow soldiers. This American is forever grateful for men like you. God Speed.
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Bisbee, Arizona, USA
His courage will be remembered, respected, and sincerely appreciated.
ReplyDeletehi, all the troops
ReplyDeletehope ur all well u all make me prould to be british wish u all a safe return home
My God Bless his soul. I as an Afghan really appreciate the great work you people are doing there which most of the time cost your lives. All my prays and support is with David family. May peace be upon David's soul and the rest of young soldiers who are fighting there.
ReplyDeleteMy God bless his soul. All my prays are with his family and friends. i as an afghan appreciate the work you people are doing back in Afghanistan.
ReplyDeleteMay God be on you all!
No person is ever truly alone. Those who live no more, Whom we loved, Echo still within our thoughts, Our words, our hearts.
ReplyDeleteRest in peace x
As an ex 36 Regiment R.E it is sorrowful to see this notice. But the Engineer Corps continues to breed men of such class and character.
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